Tag Archives: Proverbs

Sin’s Demolition Crew: Wrecking Your Life

In our journey through life, we often encounter forces that can cause devastation and turmoil. One such destructive force is sin, which acts as a demolition crew set on tearing down the foundations of a fulfilled and righteous life. Scriptures provide us with profound insights into the consequences of sinful actions and the ways in which they can dismantle our lives. This article explores the dangers of sin and highlights key scriptural teachings that warn us of its destructive power.

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The Deadly Price of Sin: Unveiling the Consequences

Sin, an ancient concept deeply ingrained in religious and moral teachings, continues to permeate our modern world. Despite its evolving definition across cultures and belief systems, the consequences of sin have remained consistent throughout history. Whether one is religious or not, understanding the inherent dangers of sinful actions can shed light on the destructive path they can lead us down. Drawing upon various scriptures, we will explore the deadly price of sin and the impact it has on individuals and society as a whole.

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TRUSTING IN GOD’S PLAN WITH JESUS CHRIST

Trusting in God’s plan is a fundamental aspect of Christian faith. As followers of Jesus Christ, we are called to trust in God’s sovereignty and his perfect plan for our lives. In this article, we will explore how Jesus Christ’s life and teachings illustrate the importance of trusting in God’s plan.

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DEFINITION OF THE DAY (FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY)

Two maxims underlie the Bible’s principles of financial responsibility; the earth and its resources belong to God (Lev 25:23; Job 41:11; Pss 24:1; 89:11; Hag 2:8), and they have been entrusted to people to use wisely (Gen 1:29-30; 9:1-4). The overall message of the Bible regarding finances is one of personal thrift combined with generosity toward others. The Bible places a high value on saving money to provide for oneself and others in times of need (Gen 41:1-57; Prov 6:6-8; 21:20; Eccles 11:2; Luke 12:16-21; 1 Cor 16:2). Because God blessed those

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DEFINITION OF THE DAY (DARKNESS)

Absence of lights is used in both physical and figurative senses in both the OT and NT. The darkness that covered the deep before God’s creation of light symbolizes chaos in opposition to God’s orderly creations (Gen 1:2-3). Elsewhere darkness, as well as light, is recognized as the creation of God (Isa 45:7). Darkness is a place where “workers of iniquity may hide” (Job 34:22 NASB); however, darkness does not hide one from God (Psa 139:11-12; Dan 2:22).

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DEFINITION OF THE DAY (PRAISE)

One of humanity’s many responses to God’s revelation of Himself. The Bible recognizes that men and women also may be the objects of praise, either from other people (Prov 27:21; 31:30) or from God Himself (Rom 2:29), and that angels and the natural world are likewise capable of praising God (Ps 148). Nevertheless, human praise of God is one of Scripture’s major themes.

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DEFINITION OF THE DAY (HUNT/HUNTER)

To pursue game for food or pleasure. Hunting was an important supplementary food source, especially in the seminomadic stage of civilization. Genesis mentions several hunters by name, none of whom are Israelite ancestors (Nimrod, 10:9; Ishmael 21:20; Esau, 25:27), perhaps suggesting that hunting was more characteristic of Israel’s neighbors than of Israel. Hunting was, however, regulated by Mosaic law. The blood of captured game was to be poured out on the ground (Lev 17:13). Deuteronomy 14:3-5 outlines what game was permitted as ritually clean food.

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THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT

The aspects of the fruit of the Spirit advocated by Paul in Galatians 5:22-23 occur not only here but also elsewhere in the Scriptures. Most of the attributes are those by which God himself lives.

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SCRIPTURE OF THE DAY (PROVERBS 4:1-15)

Hear, ye children, the instruction of a father, and attend to know understanding.

For I give you good doctrine, forsake ye not my law.

For I was my father’s son, tender and only beloved in the sight of my mother.

He taught me also, and said unto me, Let thine heart retain my words: keep my commandments, and live.

Get wisdom, get understanding: forget it not; neither decline from the words of my mouth.

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DEFINITION OF THE DAY (RIDDLE)

Enigmatic or puzzling statement, often based on the clever use of the ambiguities of language. The classic biblical example of a riddle is that posed by Samson to the Philistines. This riddle is in poetic form (judg 14:12-12), and the question, “What is it?” is implied. The Philistines’ reply is in the form of another riddle (v 18a) whose original answer was probably “love.” Samson’s retort may reflect yet another commonly known, and rather risque’ riddle (v 18b).

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